Moments. Finding angle and force

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The discussion focuses on solving a physics problem involving two concurrent forces, where the resultant force is 500 N. The user initially miscalculated the components of force P, specifically the x-component, which exceeded the original force. Correct application of vector addition is necessary to ensure that the resultant of force P and the 200 N vector equals 500 N. The final solution was confirmed by the user, indicating successful resolution of the problem.

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Two Forces are acting concurrently and their resultant is 500 N as shown in figure on the right. Determine P and the angle P makes with the x-axis?

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2. The attempt at a solution

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Is my answer correct?[/B]
 
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I'm afraid it isn't. For one, you're x-component is larger in magnitude that the original force. And you haven't made use of the resultant of 500 N.
Use an equation such that the resultant of 'P' and the 200N vector is the 500N vector.
 
siddharth23 said:
I'm afraid it isn't. For one, you're x-component is larger in magnitude that the original force. And you haven't made use of the resultant of 500 N.
Use an equation such that the resultant of 'P' and the 200N vector is the 500N vector.

I think this is what you mean.

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I got the answer. :D
 

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